Baking and Decorating

13th to 17th November, 2017 (5 days)

Book this class

If you prefer, you can pay for this class in instalments,
in which case the initial amount (payable now) will be
£312.50
.
Please see the terms & conditions
for more info.

Pay in instalments

If you have ever oohed and aahed over professionally iced cakes and wondered just how and why they tick all the right boxes of appearance and cakes, then this is the class for you. Learn all the skills needed to bake cakes to a professional standard. You will do everything under our expert guidance - baking mouth watering cakes to our tried and tested recipes, right down to layering and covering your cakes with buttercream and/or ganache.

Learn how to cover a ganache covered cake with fondant (sugarpaste) and get sharp edges

Learn what sets apart professionals from hobbyists

Learn how to cover a dummy cake with ease – this is especially important to make display cakes for consultations, magazine shoots etc.

Learn how to dowel a two tiered cake and arrange this on an iced board for that perfect professional look (chocolate cakes

Skills covered:

Baking chocolate, orange and vanilla cakes

Layering large cakes, perfect for wedding cakes

Masking with buttercream and ganache, two very different skills

Covering cake with ganache - this is the hottest new trend to sweep the cake industry, fast becoming a pre-requisite for any cake business

Covering ganached cake with fondant - see above!

Getting sharp edges - another pre-requisite, this style is much in demand

Making simple blossom (daisies, leaves etc.)

Making simple roses

All ingredients and equipment, including transport boxes, for your cake course are provided, you do not need to bring anything with you. Should you wish to buy any equipment used during the class, there will be a selection available to purchase.

Please note that you will be encouraged to work at your own speed. Everyone in class is likely to have different skill levels. The teacher will ensure that you work at a pace suitable for you.

If in doubt about your suitability for this class, please call us on 0208 305 1756 to discuss before you book a place. Teachers for each day are subject to change.

Please note that pictures are for illustrative purposes only.

Please bring a note pad and pen to the class. We encourage you to ask as many questions as possible during the class. Please do not use lunchtime or time after class for questions, you teacher will need a break!

If you would like, you can bring a large bag to carry your cakes home. We provide sturdy cardboard boxes, but you may find it easier to carry your cakes in a bag such as an Ikea bag.

Booking Conditions

Please double check the date that you wish to make the booking as there will be no refunds for cancellations. In the unlikely event that we cancel a class, a full refund will be offered. Please do read our Terms and Conditions on this website (find link at the bottom of each web page) before booking a class. For further details, please email hello@faircake.co.uk or call 0208 305 1756.